Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the dissect_ldss_transfer function (epan/dissectors/packet-ldss.c) in the LDSS dissector in Wireshark 1.2.0 through 1.2.12 and 1.4.0 through 1.4.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via an LDSS packet with a long digest line that triggers memory corruption.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.2.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://blogs.sun.com/security/entry/buffer_overflow_vulnerability_in_wireshark
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2011-01/msg00003.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2011-01/msg00006.html
- http://osvdb.org/69354
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42290Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42411
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42877
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43068
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/15676
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2010:242
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2010-0924.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/44987
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1024762
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/3038Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/3068
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-4300?
CVE-2010-4300 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Heap-based buffer overflow in the dissect_ldss_transfer function (epan/dissectors/packet-ldss.c) in the LDSS dissector in Wireshark 1.2.0 through 1.2.12 and 1.4.0 through 1.4.1 allows remote attackers...
How severe is CVE-2010-4300?
CVE-2010-4300 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-4300?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wireshark Wireshark.